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Puerto Plata Climate by Month

The weather in Puerto Plata is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year. It receives a moderate amount of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Puerto Plata temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in August to a comfortable 28°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 22°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

On average, Puerto Plata receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 879 mm. The seasons in Puerto Plata, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives high rainfall, with an average of 109 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 14 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, June, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 43 mm over 13 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Puerto Plata ranges from 26°C in January to 29°C in July.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Puerto Plata in the Dominican Republic

The best time to visit is during the drier months: June, July and August.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Puerto Plata?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Puerto Plata?
    The coolest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 28°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Puerto Plata?
    November tops the wettest month list with 109 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Puerto Plata?
    June is the driest month with 43 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Puerto Plata

    Thu   Dec 12
    28°C | 21°C
    E 18 km/h
    0.3 mm
    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and small chance of slight rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    27°C | 20°C
    N 14 km/h
    9.1 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of rain

    partly cloudy and chance of rain

    Sat   Dec 14
    27°C | 21°C
    W 11 km/h
    21 mm
    broken clouds and rain

    broken clouds and rain